TrangoLINK-10 Point to Point Wireless Ethernet Bridge USER MANUAL June, 2007 Revision E 3.
Table of Contents Trango Table of Contents Table of Contents .................................................................................................................................................. ii Preface...................................................................................................................................................................iv FCC Information .......................................................................................................
Table of Figures Trango Table of Figures Figure 1: Figure 2: Figure 3: Figure 4: Figure 5: Figure 6: Figure 7: Figure 8: Figure 9: Components of a TrangoLINK-10 System ............................................................................ 1 Back of Radio (Shows where MAC address can be found)................................................... 2 Bottom of Radio..................................................................................................................... 2 Wiring Diagram ......
Preface FCC Information Preface This manual covers the basic configuration and installation of the TrangoLINK-10 Wireless Broadband System, and applies to the following radio part numbers: P5830S-MU P5830S-RU Master Unit with internal sectoral patch antenna Remote Unit with internal patch antenna Also available is the TrangoLINK-10-EXT, which does not include an internal antenna.
Overview Warranty Information Chapter 1 Overview Your TrangoLINK-10 system provides the latest innovations in high-speed fixed wireless broadband. TrangoLINK-10 is a point-to-point (PtP) system, which provides network connectivity at speeds up to 10 Mbps with a range of 40 miles depending on the antenna configuration. TrangoLINK-10 operates in the 5.8 GHz ISM In this document, and within the radio configuration itself, the designators of “ISM” and “U-NII” are used to distinguish between the two bands.
Overview Operational Overview The only way to tell MUs and RUs apart is by the model number printed on the backside product label. This label also contains the MAC address and serial number of the radio. Trango Broadband Wireless P5830S-MU Rev. A S/N: 000001421 MAC: 00 01 DE 00 02 F3 FCC ID: NCYM5830SM Canada: XXXXXXXXXX This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Getting Started Connections and Power Chapter 2 Getting Started First unpack your MU and RU. It is recommended that you first provision and test your the radios on the bench before deploying them in the field. This is a particularly useful exercise for the novice user. Connections and Power Connection and powering of the radios is the same for MUs and RUs.
Getting Started Basic Configuration - Concepts and Tools Basic Configuration - Concepts and Tools The TrangoLINK-10 can be configured using either the Command Line Interface (CLI), or the Web Browser (HTTP) interface. Although both methods are comprehensive and powerful, the CLI method provides slightly more functionality. Both methods of radio configuration require an understanding of the concept of Operation Mode (Opmode).
Getting Started Log into the MU, and the System Information page with info and status appears. The equivalent command for the CLI is sysinfo. This particular System Information page is for a Master Unit, which is evidenced by the model number P5830S-M in the top left. To navigate through the various screens simply click on the underlined hyperlinks on the left hand side of the page.
Getting Started Command Console Page: Runs any console command that is not interactive (i.e. ipconfig). The results are reported back on the HTTP screen. For a complete list of console commands, type "help" in the entry field. Logout Link: This will end the current HTTP session with the radio. Help Page: The Browser Interface features useful Help pages that explain all listed parameters. To access the help pages click on the Help link.
Getting Started Serial Port TrangoLINK-10 Master Units and remote Units feature a serial port. The serial port is useful in the event that the radio cannot be accessed via TCP/IP (HTTP or Telnet). A Terminal Emulation program (such as HyperTerminal on the Windows operating system) can be used to access the radio’s CLI using the radio’s serial port, which is located behind the RJ11 access cover on the bottom of the radio. A serial programming cable has been provided with each TrangoLINK-10 for this purpose.
Configuration Essentials to Establish a Wireless Link Chapter 3 Configuration This section describes how to establish a basic wireless link between the MU and the RU, using the Browser (HTTP) Interface. This section addresses only the most basic steps in establishing a link in the lab, or a bench-top environment.
Configuration Essentials to Establish a Wireless Link Settings IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Gateway: The IP configuration of the radio for configuration and network management purposes. Note that the IP settings in the TrangoLINK-10 are for radio management purposes only. Default Opmode: Operation mode of the radio after a power cycle or reboot. When the radio enters Opmode "ON," it will be transmitting.
Configuration Essentials to Establish a Wireless Link Remote Unit Configuration Screen Establish a browser session with the RU. Click on the configuration link and set the following parameters: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Set IP, subnet, and gateway. (This is only necessary to manage the radios via TCP/IP.) Set default Opmode to “ON” in the RU. Leave “Auto Scan Master Unit” switch on, or set Active Channel to match MU. Update system setting flash memory by clicking Save and Activate Settings button.
Configuration Basic Diagnostics Basic Diagnostics Several tools are available on the Link Control page for diagnosing the quality of the wireless link. RF Link Loopback Test: Sends 1600 byte packets to the RU at 50 millisecond intervals over the time specified and reports a bandwidth measure in kbps. Ranging/RSSI Test: Reports the distance of the link, and the RSSI. Power Level Remote Radios: Adjusts the transmit power of the RU to attempt to bring the MU RSSI as close as possible to the Target RSSI.
Configuration Basic Diagnostics Master Unit’s System Information An example of the MU’s system information screen along with a description of each of the most important changeable parameters as well as related commands for the CLI are shown in the tables below. Save and Activate Settings Note: When changing settings, it is necessary to click in order to update the radio’s flash memory. If you do not, the setting will be lost the next time the radio is rebooted.
Configuration Basic Diagnostics Table 1: Reference Table of Master Unit System Information Parameters Parameter Hardware Version FPGA Version and Checksum Firmware Version Device ID Opmode Description Hardware version is factory-set and cannot be changed by user. This parameter provides information about the current FPGA firmware loaded in the radio. The Firmware version is the initial four characters of this string. (i.e. 1p60 = 1.60 ) MAC address of the radio. Current operation mode of the radio.
Configuration Parameter Basic Diagnostics Description Associated Page and Notes set mir [ ] Downstream Throughput Upstream Throughput Current throughput from Master Unit to Remote Unit. Current throughput from Remote Unit to Master Unit. Active Channel Current RF channel and polarization (v)ertical or (h)orizontal. Specifies the receiver sensitivity of the radio.
Configuration Remote Unit System Information Remote Unit System Information Log into the RU and the System Information page will appear. The user can change many of these parameters. Note: When changing settings, it is usually necessary to click the Save and Activate Settings Button in order to update the radio’s flash memory. If you do not, the setting will be lost the next time the radio is rebooted or power cycled.
Configuration Parameter RF RX Threshold Active Channel Broadcast Packet Filter MU Autoscan TCP/IP for MU Remarks Remote Unit System Information Description match the RU’s RSSI Target setting. The user does not manually set the RU’s transmit power. Specifies the receiver sensitivity of the radio. This user-changeable parameter is a powerful tool that is useful for mitigating the effects of interference. The radio will not process any signals receieved that are weaker than the RF RX threshold.
Deployment & Installation Site Selection Chapter 4 Deployment & Installation Once you are familiar with the basic operation of the radios you are ready for deployment in the field. The deployment process consists of the following steps: • Site Selection • Site survey at MU and RU sites • MU installation • RU installation and antenna alignment • Link test Site Selection Proper site selection for your MU will help ensure a successful deployment.
Deployment & Installation Channel Planning Results are reported in dBm per channel as average and peak. A channel is reported to be “Clear” if the peak and average are below the RF RX Threshold by more then 8 dB. Channel Planning For installations involving co-location of radios operating in the same band, channel planning is extremely important. Use of the 5.8 GHz spectrum ISM band will allow maximum co-location potential. See www.trangobroadband.
Deployment & Installation Installation 1 2 3 4 5 ITEM NO. 1 2 3 4 5 PART NUMBER Not Supplied QTY. Radio #10 x 3" Threaded Rod #10 Keps Nut "V" Bracket 1 4 8 2 Mono Pod Mount (Not Supplied) 1 Figure 6: Mounting Hardware Assembly Alternate Mounting Configuaration 5 1 Not Supplied 2 3 4 ITEM NO. 1 2 3 4 5 PART NUMBER QTY.
Deployment & Installation Installation Standard Mounting U p /D o w n T ilt Alternative Mounting Up/Down Tilt 4 X M u st B e lo o se n e d fo r U p / D o w n T i lt Figure 8: Mounting Articulation Proper mounting of the radio includes consideration for grounding. Please note that if the radio is attached to a metal pole that is earthgrounded, no other grounding is necessary.
Deployment & Installation Weatherizing Weatherizing ! Important! If not using conduit, The Ethernet port compression washer on the 5830 series radios should be loosely tightened around the cat-5 cable to allow pressure equalization within the radio enclosure. Leave approximately 1 mm around the cat-5. ! It is important to provide strain relief and drip loop for STP Cat-5 cables. Do not mount the radio upside down.
Deployment & Installation RU Installation and Antenna Alignment Link Test Ensure the RU’s default Opmode is “ON,” and that all configuration parameters are correct. Reboot the radio. Once the radio enters Opmode “ON,” the authentication process will occur with the MU, and the two radios will begin to associate. From the MU side, use the Link Control page to assess the quality of the link. Enter a duration time for the RF Link Loopback / Speed Test. Click the “loopback test” button.
Management RU Management Chapter 5 Management In the TrangoLINK-10 system, the MU controls most functions of its associated RU. For this reason it is important to consider that you will manage your TrangoLINK-10 system primarily through the MU. Network management can be performed by three methods • Browser Interface • CLI Appendix A – Command Set Reference • SNMP Manager Discussed in this section. RU Management Most management functions of the RU can be performed by issuing commands from the MU.
Management SNMP Objects for Monitoring and Control RU Bandwidth Monitoring • ruEthRXAvgThroughputLog – Average payload data throughput (in Kbits/sec) received on the Ethernet port over the period specified by ruStatisticsSamplePeriod (1 ~ 60 minutes). • ruEthTXAvgThroughputLog - Average payload data throughput (in Kbits/sec) transmitted on the Ethernet port over the period specified by ruStatisticsSamplePeriod (1 ~ 60 minutes).
Management SNMP SNMP Setup Trango Broadband provides only the MIB portion of the SNMP Management system. The radios act as individual agents, and it is up the user to provide SNMP Manager software from a third party vendor. Below is an example of the setup process for SNMPc from Castle Rock™. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Unzip trangopkg.zip file to a local temporary directory. Go to your local temporary directory, you will see 4 files shown below. a. trango_P5830Sap_1p0.mib – M5800S MU MIB file b. trango.
Command Set Summary Appendix A Command Set Summary • • • OFF = Opmode “OFF,” ON = Opmode “ON” s = serial, e = Ethernet + It may not work properly through HTTP’s command console. Command !+ ? ? _password arp –bcast [] baud [<9600 | 115200>] bye eth exit freq freq freq channeltable freq writechannel [ ]… heater [
Command Set Summary Command ru reboot ru speedtest [ ] ru sysinfo ru testrflink [] reboot remarks [] reset []… rfrxth <-90 | -85 | -80 | 75 | -70 | -65> rfrxthreshold … rssi save save mm save ss set defaultopmode [] set httpport [] set mir [][] set rssitarget set snmpcomm [] set telnetport [] ssrssi survey sw 0 [] sw
Command Set Summary Command tftpd [] tm updateflash <* | current chscksum> <* | new checksum> updateflash systemsetting ver Description enable or disable TFTPD service display current time mark get image from TFTP buffer, verify checksum and write to flash memory at main or FPGA image section *: skip checksum verification write current configuration into flash memory at system configuration section displays firmware version info: 1. version number and date code 2.
Specifications Appendix B Specifications All specifications apply to P5830S-R and P5830S-M unless otherwise noted. Radio Parameters High Band (ISM) 5725 MHz to 5850 MHz 6 non-overlapping channels Frequency of Operation Antenna Gain Max Range / Fade Margin (5.8 Ghz ISM Band) Antenna Beamwidth (azimuth) Internal Antenna DSS Dish 15" Patch 36" Dish 18 dBi ISM Band 24 dBi 24 dBi 31 dBi 10 Miles.
